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Captain Cook Shapes the Future

Apr 01, 2025 01:52PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

When Cathy Cook points out bullet holes in an A-10 fuselage at the California Aerospace Museum, she could be forgiven a shudder. As an aircraft commander during the Gulf Wars, she refueled these aircraft at 18,000 feet as they flew to enemy targets in Iraq.

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Storms Increase Water Allocation to 40 Percent

Apr 01, 2025 01:36PM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

On March 25, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced that wet and cold storms in March have allowed for another increase to the State Water Project (SWP) allocation forecast for 2025.

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Sacramento County Highlights 2024 Achievements

Apr 01, 2025 01:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County released its 2024 Year in Review, showcasing significant achievements and statistics across its more than 35 departments.

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Nation's Largest Collaborative Pet Adoption Event

Apr 01, 2025 11:59AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Bradshaw Animal Shelter is thrilled to announce its participation in North Shore Animal League America’s 2025 Tour For Life, the world’s largest collaborative mobile pet adoption event.

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Secretary of State Issues Statement Regarding President Trump’s Executive Order

Apr 01, 2025 11:54AM ● By Secretary of State Press Office News Release

Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s executive order entitled “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections”

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Sacramento Weekly Gas Price Update

Apr 01, 2025 11:17AM ● By GasBuddy News Release

Average gasoline prices in Sacramento have fallen 3.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.54per gallon on March 24, according to GasBuddy's survey of 720 stations in Sacramento.

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Monthly Lunch Bunch on April 3

Mar 31, 2025 12:24PM ● By Tri-Communities News Release

Tri-Communities is having its monthly Lunch Bunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 3 at the Brookfields Restaurant located on Madison Avenue.

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Marauders Win Big at Regional Wrestling Tournament

Mar 26, 2025 09:19AM ● By MPG Staff

Wrestlers, from W.E. Mitchell Middle School (the Marauders) in Rancho Cordova, stood out at the Sacramento Regional Middle School Wrestling Tournament in the Girls’ Division held in Folsom on Jan. 22.

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Blue Angels Stuns Sold-Out Crowd at Capital Airshow

Mar 26, 2025 09:12AM ● By MPG Staff

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels’ Flight Team took center stage this past weekend during the 19th annual California’s Capital Airshow on March 22 and March 23.

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All Aboard for ‘Water Works’

Mar 26, 2025 09:07AM ● By Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band News Release

Batten down the hatches and hoist the anchor because the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band is making waves with its upcoming free concert, “Water Works.”

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Aerospace Museum Announces Summer Programs

Mar 25, 2025 12:30PM ● By Compiled from the Aerospace Museum of California Website

Summer youth programs at the Aerospace Museum of California, located at McClellan Airport, are now open for registration.

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California Capital Airshow Educates Next Generation

Mar 25, 2025 12:07PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Mather Airport hosted its 19th annual California Capital Airshow through Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, where families from throughout the Sacramento region viewed stunning flight performances and learned hands-on about the aircrafts soaring in the sky.

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SPCA Doggy Dash Returns for 32nd Year

Mar 25, 2025 12:03PM ● By MPG Staff

The Sacramento SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), open to all dogs, their owners and dog lovers, will hold its 32nd Doggy Dash on April 12.

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Jimmy Kvarme Tribute Tournament Supports Community

Mar 25, 2025 11:43AM ● By Park Terrace Swim and Tennis Club Staff

The annual Jimmy Kvarme Tribute Tournament returns on Oct.18 to Oct. 19 at the Park Terrace Swim and Tennis Club.

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CHP Celebrates Largest Academy Graduation

Mar 25, 2025 11:20AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) promoted 125 cadets to the rank of officer. The graduation ceremony on March 21 marked the successful completion of a 26-week intensive training schedule at the California Highway Patrol Academy in West Sacramento.

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SMUD to Hold Public Proposed Rate Action Workshops

Mar 25, 2025 11:06AM ● By SMUD News Release

The SMUD Board of Directors is holding two public workshops and a public hearing to discuss proposed rate changes.

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Sacramento Hosts March for Life

Mar 25, 2025 10:53AM ● By MPG Staff

The California March for Life is set to take place on March 31 at 1315 10th St., Sacramento with a series of events to bring together pro-life advocates from across the state.

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Highlighting Exceptional Honorees

Mar 19, 2025 10:24AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 25th annual Community Volunteer Roundup, hosted by the Cordova Community Council, brought together residents to honor those who have selflessly dedicated their time and efforts to improving the Rancho Cordova community.

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Little League’s 71st Season in Full Stride

Mar 19, 2025 10:15AM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

Springtime has always been the favorite season of the year for many. It is the time where we dust off our cleats, oil our gloves and loosen our arms for the start of another baseball season.

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Girl Scouts Complete Mural Renovation for Church

Mar 19, 2025 09:51AM ● By Margaret Snider

A mural painted long ago on an outside wall at United Methodist Church in Rancho Cordova had faded because of weather and time. Ambassador Girl Scout Isabella Lopez, now 17, a member of Troop 702, suggested that it would be good to repair or replace it.

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Celebrating National Social Work Month

Mar 18, 2025 02:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is recognizing and celebrating social workers as part of National Social Work Month.

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We Prosper Together Awards $5 Million to Advance 11 High-Impact Projects

Mar 18, 2025 11:27AM ● By Blue Zones Project News Release

We Prosper Together is investing $5 million in 11 transformative initiatives across the Capital Region to advance economic resilience and create high-quality jobs.

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Two New Musicians Join the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera

Mar 18, 2025 10:58AM ● By Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera News Release

The Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera received a fresh injection of artistic talent with the appointment of two new musicians to the orchestra: Dr. Laura Arganbright, second oboe, and Harry Hwang, second clarinet.

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TY Johnson Named to All-Big West First Team

Mar 18, 2025 10:35AM ● By University of California Davis News Release

The University of California (UC), Davis senior guard TY Johnson, one of the most dynamic two-way players in college basketball, was named to the All-Big West First Team on Tuesday, March 11, as announced by the conference.

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New Home Sales Rebounded in February

Mar 18, 2025 10:31AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

Sacramento-area new home sales slowed during the first three weeks of February before coming back strong during the last week of the month, according to the North State Building Industry Association on March 11.

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SMF Invests $2 Million in Public Art

Mar 18, 2025 10:24AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues its public art program with a $2-million investment in three permanent art installations as part of its SMForward expansion.

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SacSewer Offers Tours

Mar 18, 2025 10:00AM ● By MPG Staff

Reservations are now being accepted for the Sacramento Area Sewer District’s free EchoWater Resource Recovery Facility (EchoWater Facility) public tours from April to October.

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Become a First Responder, Teacher and Leader through Service

Mar 17, 2025 04:47PM ● By California Volunteers, Office of the Governor News Release

On March 12, Governor Gavin Newsom and Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday announced California is seeking 10,000 people to join the California Service Corps.

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Experience the Best of Broadway!

Mar 14, 2025 03:15PM ● By Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra News Release

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Presents ‘A Lerner & Loewe Celebration’

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Lady Lancers Calling Their Shot

Mar 11, 2025 04:03PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers have enjoyed a ton of success the past four softball seasons, winning four consecutive Greater Sacramento League titles under the guidance of head coach Kim Little.

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Lancers Volleyball Off to Hot Start

Mar 11, 2025 03:46PM ● By James Darnell

With a 4-3 record to start to the season, the Cordova Lancers varsity boys’ volleyball program is doing well.

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Tickets On Sale Now for the California Capital Airshow

Mar 11, 2025 03:39PM ● By MPG Staff

The 2025 California Capital Airshow is set to take flight at Mather Airport on March 22 and 23, promising a thrilling weekend for aviation enthusiasts.

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Two-Ribbon Snip for Business

Mar 11, 2025 02:43PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A two-ribbon ceremony last week opened Arden Arcade offices for the Capital Valley Marketing agency.

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California Parks & Recreation Society Honors CRPD Staff Members

Mar 11, 2025 02:29PM ● By Elena Burgé, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) staff members were recognized for their leadership and dedication to the parks & recreation profession at the California Parks & Recreation Society (CPRS) District 2 Annual Banquet and Installment Ceremony on Feb. 26, at the Rocklin Events Center.

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Filmmakers Shine at California Capital Documentary Festival

Mar 11, 2025 01:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The California Capital International Documentary Film Festival, put on by the Rancho Cordova Film Office, wrapped up its third successful year this past weekend, showcasing powerful and inspiring films from around the world.

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